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Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions PDF

The document discusses graphing exponential functions of the form y=ab^x. Key features of exponential graphs include a reference point of (0,1) and an asymptote of y=0. Shifting the graph using y=ab^(x-h)+k requires adjusting the reference point and asymptote. Examples are given of graphing and identifying features of various exponential functions, including shifted and decay functions. An example word problem demonstrates exponential growth of money in a savings account.

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Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions PDF

The document discusses graphing exponential functions of the form y=ab^x. Key features of exponential graphs include a reference point of (0,1) and an asymptote of y=0. Shifting the graph using y=ab^(x-h)+k requires adjusting the reference point and asymptote. Examples are given of graphing and identifying features of various exponential functions, including shifted and decay functions. An example word problem demonstrates exponential growth of money in a savings account.

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Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).

notebook January 29, 2015

Notes 7.1 - Graphing Exponential Functions


You can graph repeated multiplication with function of the form 
y = abx.  We call this an exponential function as long as 
and  .
x y
Graph: y = 2 x
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Now, let's talk important features!
All exponential graphs (without any shifting) have the 
following important features to consider:

Reference Point: (0, 1)
Asymptote: y = 0
. Horizontal dotted line
drawn AFTER shifting!
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Writing Activity!
What is the purpose of an asymptote?  Why would an 
exponential function have an asymptote at y = 0?

Sample Answer: An asymptote is a boundary line that shows 
where a graph cannot exist.  An exponential 
function has an asymptote at y = 0 because 
regardless of the type of exponent, the result will 
never be negative.  So, the y = 0 asymptote 
shows that the result/output of the graph will 
always be greater than zero.
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Now, let's talk shifting!
y = ab(x­h) + k
a = initial amount
b = base
h = opposite horizontal shift
k = regular vertical shift

You must adjust your asymptote and reference point 
accordingly!
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Graph and identify all important features.
1. f(x) = 3x+1 2. f(x) = 3x + 2

Ref Point: Ref Point:
Asymptote: Asymptote:
Domain: Domain:
Range: Range:

End Behavior: End Behavior:
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Graph and identify all important features.
3. f(x) = 2x­3 ­ 1 4. f(x) = 2x+5 ­ 6

Ref Point: Ref Point:
Asymptote: Asymptote:
Domain: Domain:
Range: Range:

End Behavior: End Behavior:
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Graph and identify all important features.
5.  6. 
Ref Point: Ref Point:
Asymptote: Asymptote:
Domain: Domain:
Range: Range:

End Behavior: End Behavior:
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Graph and identify all important features.
7.  8. 
Ref Point: Ref Point:
Asymptote: Asymptote:
Domain: Domain:
Range: Range:

End Behavior: End Behavior:
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

What about this craziness????
9.  HINT
: Thin
k of th
Ref Point:
a coeff e - as
Asymptote: icient (
Domain: a) of -
1!
Range:

End Behavior:
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

Application!
Exponential Growth and Decay
Time
A(t) = a(1 + r)t
Ending Amount
Time Initial
Rate of growth
Amount
or decay

10.  You invested $1000 in a savings account at the end of 6th 
grade.  The account pays 3% interest annually.  How much 
money will be in the account after 6 years?
Notes 7.1 Graphing Exponential Functions(in progress).notebook January 29, 2015

ADD Reference Point, Asymptote, 
Domain and Range to #13 ­ 21!

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